Tag Archives: Anxiety

Rewiring Your Brain for a More Positive You

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Cynthia M Clingan

I think it always helps to get the same message in different formats, so here’s an article from LifeHacker about using the way the brain learns to rewire it for greater happiness, which is something I tell almost anyone who will … Continue reading →

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What I Learned from My Week Doing Nothing

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Cynthia M Clingan

I took last week off from work. It was an experiment of sorts. No plans. No lists. A “stay-cation”. I stayed home and did virtually nothing – reading, tv, a little housework, some random mending tasks as the urge struck, … Continue reading →

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The Fruits of Wholehearted Practice

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Cynthia M Clingan

I think this poem really captures the process and result of a wholehearted practice: Unconditional Willing to experience aloneness, I discover connection everywhere; Turning to face my fear, I meet the warrior who lives within; Opening to my loss, I … Continue reading →

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Guided Meditation by Christopher Germer

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Cynthia M Clingan

Hi All, Seems like I’ve been talking a lot about self-compassion this week – with clients, in meditation group, and working on it for myself, as well. I am amazed at the changes that have occurred with a simple shift … Continue reading →

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The Unexpected Benefits of Meditation

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Cynthia M Clingan

When people first become interested in mindfulness practice or meditation, it’s usually for stress relief or relaxation. The problem with this is that after the immediate reason for practice is alleviated, the motivation to practice wanes, until the next bout … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Free Satsang

Posted on September 22, 2012 by Cynthia M Clingan

Mark your calendar – there’s another free Adyashanti radio broadcast this Wednesday, 9pm EST. Just go to the broadcast page before 9 to listen. I plan to tune in. I’ve only ever gotten to call in once, but I’m always … Continue reading →

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Mindful Positivity

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Cynthia M Clingan

Have you noticed this gift we all have for identifying imperfection? I consider myself to be a certified expert, despite my lack of proof. Though, I suppose my graduate degree in policy analysis could support my case. We spend oodles … Continue reading →

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What You Need to Know About Omega-6, and Magnesium

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Cynthia M Clingan

I’ve been away too long and I have so much to tell you but not enough time for all of the details, so I will start posting daily until I’ve brought you up to speed withe everything I’ve learned since … Continue reading →

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What’s wrong with right now?

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Cynthia M Clingan

I have become acutely aware lately of how many moments I spend wanting to be somewhere else or at some time in the future. When I am in the mood to, and I remember to be present, it’s pretty easy … Continue reading →

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Go With the Flow

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Cynthia M Clingan

Only two more days of beach time left. Today was very windy and with two fronts coming in, the waves were very high and powerful. As I hung out in the ocean, I noticed how quickly the waves were taking … Continue reading →

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